PATA and Sanya to host the 2025 Tropical Coastal City Tourism Event in Sanya, Hainan, China, from November 18–20, 2025

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Sanya Tourism Board are collaborating to host the 2025 Tropical Coastal City Tourism Event in Sanya, Hainan, China, from November 18–20, 2025. Themed “Coastal Tourism: Symbiosis and Development of Nature and Culture”, the event will bring together tourism professionals, cultural officials, and global experts to envision the future of coastal tourism through immersive experiences and dialogue.

Global Experience Ambassadors:
Delegates will participate in curated experiential routes tailored to their professional backgrounds, visiting sites such as:
- Wuzhizhou Island Ecological Conservation Area
- Yalong Bay Golf Club
- Binglanggu Li and Miao Cultural Heritage Park
- Sanya International Friendship Sanatorium of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Duty-free shopping complex

Immersive Exchange Model:
Instead of traditional conferences, the event emphasizes hands-on exploration, interactive salons, and sharing sessions to foster collaboration.

Discussion Themes:
- Ecological restoration and sustainable tourism
- Innovations in high-end tourism experiences
- Modern fusion of indigenous cultures

Global Participation:
Over 200 delegates from 27 countries and regions are expected, including officials from 37 renowned tourist cities, international organizations, and leaders from cultural and tourism enterprises.

Strategic Goals:
- Showcase Sanya’s achievements in ecological conservation and tourism integration
- Strengthen cooperation among tropical coastal cities worldwide
- Promote sustainable, high-quality development of coastal tourism

Why It Matters
This event is designed as a platform for innovation, sustainability, and cultural exchange, positioning Sanya as a major gateway for international tourism collaboration. By blending ecological preservation with modern tourism, it aims to set new standards for coastal destinations globally.